Bob Nastanovich
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Robert "Bob" Nastanovich (born August 27, 1967 in Rochester, New York
) is a member of the indie rock band, Pavement
, as well as former member of 1990s bands Ectoslavia
, and Pale Horse Riders. He has also played percussion for Silver Jews
since 1994.
and future Silver Jews leader David Berman at the University of Virginia, the three subsequently moved to Jersey City, NJ, living and working together at various jobs in art galleries (as security guards) and Nastanovich was a bus driver/bus terminal manager in New York City and Hoboken. It was during this period that Malkmus re-united with long time friend Scott Kannberg
to create the first (then unofficial) Pavement album Slanted and Enchanted
in drummer Gary Young's makeshift home studio. It is during this time also that the seeds for the future Silver Jews (Nastanovich, Malkmus and Berman) were planted.
Nastanovich, upon his introduction to the band in 1990, performed many functions in the band, namely adding backing vocals, percussion, harmonica, and effects based keyboard. Initially, his key role was that of assistant time keeper, effectively focusing the efforts of the distracted and eccentric Young. Nastanovich was Pavement's representative in the dismissal of his friend Young (he had been the best man at his wedding). Nastanovich remained a member of the band after Young left, although Steve West
became the new drummer.
Nastanovich sang lead vocals on live performances of the songs 'Debris Slide' and 'Conduit for Sale.' He was known for his stage presence and his trademark scream.
Nastanovich is an avid fan of thoroughbred horse racing, both owning, breeding and managing many horses in his current home of Des Moines, Iowa. He served as jockey agent for Greta Kuntzweiler and Joe Johnson. Nastanovich married Whitney Grey Courtney on February 21, 2009.
Bob also played drums on several Silver Jews albums (recently contributing to the Tanglewood Numbers
record and tour), has tour managed Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks
and he managed the first Silver Jews U.S tour of 2006. In addition, he has played on recordings by Palace Brothers and the Tall Dwarfs
. He is currently employed as a chart caller for Equibase, America's official Horse Racing database, and works at Prairie Meadows in Altoona, Iowa.
Bob rejoined Pavement for their worldwide 'Reunion' tour in 2010.
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) is a member of the indie rock band, Pavement
Pavement (band)
Pavement is an American alternative rock band that formed in Stockton, California in 1989. In their career, they achieved a significant cult following, and they were called the best band of the 1990s by prominent music critics Robert Christgau and Stephen Thomas Erlewine...
, as well as former member of 1990s bands Ectoslavia
Ectoslavia
Ectoslavia was a band formed at the University of Virginia during the mid-1980s. It was composed of pre-Silver Jews, Yo La Tengo, and Pavement members David Berman, James McNew, Stephen Malkmus and Bob Nastanovich. UVA alumnus Gate Pratt was also a member of the band...
, and Pale Horse Riders. He has also played percussion for Silver Jews
Silver Jews
Silver Jews was an indie rock band from New York City, formed in 1989 by David Berman along with Pavement's Stephen Malkmus and Bob Nastanovich. Berman remained throughout and was the only constant member. During the last few albums, Cassie Berman became a regular member of the band...
since 1994.
Biography
Meeting Pavement's leading man Stephen MalkmusStephen Malkmus
Stephen Joseph Malkmus is an indie rock musician and icon, and a member of the band Pavement. He currently performs with Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks.-Early years:...
and future Silver Jews leader David Berman at the University of Virginia, the three subsequently moved to Jersey City, NJ, living and working together at various jobs in art galleries (as security guards) and Nastanovich was a bus driver/bus terminal manager in New York City and Hoboken. It was during this period that Malkmus re-united with long time friend Scott Kannberg
Scott Kannberg
Scott "Spiral Stairs" Kannberg is a musician best known for being a founding member of the indie-rock band Pavement.-Career:...
to create the first (then unofficial) Pavement album Slanted and Enchanted
Slanted and Enchanted
Slanted and Enchanted is the debut studio album by American indie rock band Pavement, released in April 1992 on Matador Records. The album was distributed to critics as early as 1991, months before its official release; the original distribution did not feature the entire band as several members...
in drummer Gary Young's makeshift home studio. It is during this time also that the seeds for the future Silver Jews (Nastanovich, Malkmus and Berman) were planted.
Nastanovich, upon his introduction to the band in 1990, performed many functions in the band, namely adding backing vocals, percussion, harmonica, and effects based keyboard. Initially, his key role was that of assistant time keeper, effectively focusing the efforts of the distracted and eccentric Young. Nastanovich was Pavement's representative in the dismissal of his friend Young (he had been the best man at his wedding). Nastanovich remained a member of the band after Young left, although Steve West
Steve West (pavement)
Steve West replaced original drummer Gary Young in the critically acclaimed indie rock band Pavement. He is a graduate of Trinity High School in Richmond, VA. He now sings in the band Marble Valley, which released their fourth album, "Slash & Laugh," on in 2008.-References:...
became the new drummer.
Nastanovich sang lead vocals on live performances of the songs 'Debris Slide' and 'Conduit for Sale.' He was known for his stage presence and his trademark scream.
Nastanovich is an avid fan of thoroughbred horse racing, both owning, breeding and managing many horses in his current home of Des Moines, Iowa. He served as jockey agent for Greta Kuntzweiler and Joe Johnson. Nastanovich married Whitney Grey Courtney on February 21, 2009.
Bob also played drums on several Silver Jews albums (recently contributing to the Tanglewood Numbers
Tanglewood Numbers
Tanglewood Numbers is the fifth full-length album by Silver Jews, released in 2005.Like on all of their other albums, Silver Jews' principal song writer and constant band member is David Berman...
record and tour), has tour managed Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks
Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks
Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks is a rock band consisting of Stephen Malkmus, Mike Clark, Joanna Bolme, and Jake Morris. Malkmus was the main singer and songwriter behind the influential 1990s indie rock band Pavement.-History:...
and he managed the first Silver Jews U.S tour of 2006. In addition, he has played on recordings by Palace Brothers and the Tall Dwarfs
Tall Dwarfs
Tall Dwarfs are a New Zealand rock band formed in 1981 by Chris Knox and Alec Bathgate who, through their do-it-yourself ethic, helped pioneer the lo-fi style of rock music. The duo formed out of the ashes of Toy Love....
. He is currently employed as a chart caller for Equibase, America's official Horse Racing database, and works at Prairie Meadows in Altoona, Iowa.
Bob rejoined Pavement for their worldwide 'Reunion' tour in 2010.
Musical works
- 1992 - Arizona Record (Silver Jews)
- 1993 - Watery, Domestic EP (Pavement)
- 1994 - Crooked Rain, Crooked RainCrooked Rain, Crooked RainCrooked Rain, Crooked Rain is an album released by Pavement in 1994. With this album, the band abandoned the lo-fi sound displayed on Slanted and Enchanted...
(Pavement) - 1994 - Starlite WalkerStarlite WalkerStarlite Walker is the first full-length studio album by indie-rock group Silver Jews. Released in 1994 as an LP and CD on Drag City in America and Domino in Europe, Starlite Walker was recorded in late June 1994 at Easley Recordings....
(Silver Jews) - 1995 - Vituperate (Pale Horse Riders)
- 1995 - Wowee ZoweeWowee ZoweeWowee Zowee is the third studio album by Pavement. The album showcased a more experimental and spontaneous side of the group, returning them to the clatter and unpredictability of their early recordings after the classic rock vibe of 1994's Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain...
(Pavement) - 1997 - Brighten the CornersBrighten the CornersBrighten the Corners is the fourth studio album released by Pavement. All songs were written by lead singer Stephen Malkmus, apart from "Date with Ikea" and "Passat Dream". The title is likely a reference to Ella Fitzgerald's Brighten the Corner, or its title track "Brighten the Corner Where You...
(Pavement) - 1999 - Terror TwilightTerror TwilightTerror Twilight is the fifth and final studio album released by Pavement. It was produced by Nigel Godrich and featured Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead playing harmonica on the songs "Platform Blues" and "Billie"....
(Pavement) - 2005 - Tanglewood NumbersTanglewood NumbersTanglewood Numbers is the fifth full-length album by Silver Jews, released in 2005.Like on all of their other albums, Silver Jews' principal song writer and constant band member is David Berman...
(Silver Jews)